Kerstin Keimling
Kerstin is our Digital Manager at Bow Wow Meow Pet Insurance. Growing up on a farm in Germany, her love for animals is no surprise. Kerstin runs her own Sydney based dog training business K9Fun and holds degrees in Business Administration, Information Technology, and in Dog Behaviour and Training. Her dog training endeavours have lead her to places like Bali and India, and if she stays regional she competes in Agility and Scentwork with her own dog. She is an instructor at the Agility Dog Club of NSW and a foster carer for multiple dog rescue organisations.
She shares her life with her canine comrade Benji, a German Spitz and her two cats Sheila and Bruce. All of them were rescued from local animal shelters in Sydney. If she is not playing around with dogs and cats, you will likely find her scuba diving or standup paddleboarding with Benji.
July 17, 2021
Wounds in dogs and cats
Animals can get wounded in many ways, and different wounds require different treatments. They may include puncture wounds, abrasions or lacerations.
July 16, 2021
Road trip 101: Driving with pets
All you need to know when driving with your dog. Restraint options, road rules by state and what you need for longer trips.
June 17, 2021
How to stop a dog from barking
Learn how to stop your dog from barking at night, at neighbours, when left alone & at other dogs. Stop excessive dog barking with our training tips & tricks.
March 24, 2021
Indoor workouts for dogs
Drawing inspiration from simple children's games to dog sports like scent work and agility, there are many great options for exercising and stimulating your dog indoors.
March 23, 2021
Brain workout – Mental exercise for dogs
Keeping your dog in good physical shape and feeding her a good diet ensure overall good health, which contributes to mental well-being. However, dogs need specific mental exercise, too.
March 18, 2021
Exercising your senior dog
Although she might not be moving as fast or as far as she used to, your senior dog can still partake in many safe and beneficial forms of exercise. Learn more about how to best exercise your senior dog.
February 25, 2021
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs and cats
Progressive retinal atrophy describes a group of conditions in which an atrophy or degeneration of retinal tissue occurs. PRA occurs commonly in dogs but rarely in cats.
February 12, 2021
Feline Asthma or Feline Allergic Airway Disease (FAAD)
Feline asthma or FAAD is similar to asthma in humans. Affected cats become allergic to allergens in the environment, commonly causing coughing.
December 29, 2020
The Best Apps for Pets in 2021
Being a fur parent & pet lover can be tricky business. We’ve found the best apps for pets to make sure you’recovered for training, dog walking & much more.
October 21, 2020
The importance of exercise for adult dogs
Exercising your dog every day is a very important part of ensuring her ongoing health and well-being throughout her adult life. Unfortunately, the need for dogs to exercise daily is often taken too lightly and many dogs are under-exercised.
October 21, 2020
How much exercise does my dog need?
Regular physical exercise is essential for the ongoing good health of your dog ! A very broad guideline is that the average adult dog requires at least thirty to sixty minutes of exercise per day. Learn more about how much exercise a dog needs.
September 17, 2020
Ringworm in dogs and cats
Ringworm is a highly contagious infection that causes itchy and irritated skin indogs and cats. Find info on causes, symptoms, treatment & prevention.
September 12, 2020
Lessons to teach your children about dogs
Kids & dogs belong together, but it's important to teach your kids some dog safety lessons to get these interactions right. Learn ways to keep everyone safe.
August 13, 2020
Health concerns facing older dogs
What are the signs of ageing in dogs? Learn more about the health issues commonly faced by older dogs at Bow Wow Insurance.
May 7, 2020
How long are dogs pregnant? Labour, symptoms & development
Find out what to expect when your dog is expecting. Learn more about how long dogs are pregnant for, stages of pregnancy & how to know your dog is pregnant.
May 6, 2020
Puppy grooming tips
Check out our puppy grooming tips & advice for keeping your pooch squeaky clean all year round! From head to paw read all about puppy baths & dog grooming.
April 7, 2020
Coronavirus COVID-19 and taking care of your pet
The novel Coronavirus COVID-19 raises concerns for pet owners like ‘Can my dog get coronavirus?’. Read our guide on how to care for your pet during this time.
August 22, 2019
26 August is National Dog Day!
On National Dog Day we take a moment to appreciate our beloved dogs who give so much to us, and the wonderful impact they have on our daily lives.
July 23, 2019
Uveitis in dogs and cats
Uveitis refers to inflammation of a structure inside the eye called the uveal tract. The uveal tract lines the inside of the eye.
July 23, 2019
Skeletal abnormality in dogs and cats
Skeletal abnormalities are described as any deformity of the animal's skeleton. They may be caused by a wide range of causes.
July 23, 2019
Pruritus in dogs and cats
This is the medical term used to define an animal's desire to itch, or the sensation that provokes its desire to scratch, rub, chew, or lick its hair and skin.
July 23, 2019
Polyuria and Polydipsia in dogs and cats
Polydipsia refers to an increased level of thirst in dogs, while polyuria refers to an abnormally high urine production.
July 18, 2019
Intoxication (poisoning) in dogs and cats
Intoxication refers to some kind of poisoning. This could come from medication, toxins, plants or foods.
July 18, 2019
Fracture of thoracic limb in dogs and cats
Fractures of the thoracic limb include fractures of the scapula, humerus, radius and ulna as well as manus. They cause acute, non-weight bearing lameness of the front legs.